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Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Ukulele group. ave you ever thought of playing an instrument but just haven't got round to it? Well now is your chance! All players are very welcome. You don’t even have to be able to read music or to have any experience of playing a ukelele. Just turn up with one! Ukulele Back to Groups Page Have you ever thought of playing an instrument but just haven't got round to it? Well now is your chance! All players are very welcome. You don’t even have to be able to read music or to have any experience of playing a ukelele. Just turn up with one! What will you need? · Ukulele · Pen/pencil and notebook · Mug for tea/coffee Who is this group suited to? This group is for anybody interested in playing a ukulele: complete beginners to more experienced players are welcome. Venue: Christ Church , Reading Road, Chineham (parking is available at the Church and the number 7 bus stops outside) Date: first and third Wednesdays, commencing on 7th May 2025 Time: 10am to noon Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Spanish group. The Spanish Group is in four levels, ranging from complete beginners to upper intermediate level.  Spanish Back to Groups Page The Spanish Group is in four levels, ranging from complete beginners to upper intermediate level. Level 1 is for beginners Level 2 is for people who have learnt Spanish for at least one year and will use “Pasos Book 1” as a text book. Level 3 is for people who have either studied “Pasos 1” or a similar text book or have a reasonable knowledge of basic Spanish including the use of past and future tenses. Level 4 is for people, who have been on Level 3 or are at a similar level. Current Activity We run at 4 levels, all every Friday morning, which run in different rooms at St Leonard’s Centre, Oakley, from 9.30 to 12.30. Each group runs for 90 minutes. Level 1 starts at 9:45; Levels 2 and 3 start at 9:30; the advanced group (Level 4) starts at 11:00. The dates are until Easter and then until the end of the school term. Level 1 for beginners in the Wootton Room, and are studying “Exito” Book 1 from the Beginning. Level 2 use “Pasos Book 1” as a text book, starting from about the 6th chapter, meeting in the Malshanger Room. Level 3 , held in theMalshangar Room, continue with the study of “Pasos 2” from the beginning. We are also trying to extend our conversational skills. Level 4 We start the class listening to a record of a song and then do a lighthearted grammar or vocabulary exercise. We then read an article in Spanish and then discuss it We are very flexible and often rely on our more advanced students to help out with both the lower and higher levels. We are a self-help group who appreciate the teaching and other contributions of native and fluent speakers which are offered from time to time. Any help from Spanish speakers is always welcome! There is a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in all the groups. Venue : St. Leonard’s Centre, Rectory Road, Oakley, RG23 7ED Click here for website Date : Every Friday Time : Level 1 - 09:45 - 11.15 Level 2 - 09:30 - 11:00 Level 3 - 09:30 - 11:00 Level 4 - 11:00 - 12:30 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Current issues group. We discuss a wide range of topics around current issues chosen by the members.  We have discussed the NHS, education, population growth, immigration, housing, climate change and the cost of living crisis, amongst many other topics.   Current issues Back to Groups Page We discuss a wide range of topics around current issues chosen by the members. We have discussed the NHS, education, population growth, immigration, housing, climate change and the cost of living crisis, amongst many other topics. We want to grow the group and are planning to invite expert speakers to help inform our debate. We also plan to expand discussions to include local and non-political issues. People come from a wide range of political viewpoints and we ensure that everyone is treated with respect, regardless of their opinion. We want to learn and grow by listening to each other Please contact me, Richard Hawkins, if you would like further information. Venue : Varies Date : 3rd Monday of the month Time : 14:00 - 16:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Science and technology book club group. We are a small group with a common interest in Science, Engineering and Technology subjects. Science and technology book club Back to Groups Page * This Group has a waiting list for new members at present * We are a small group with a common interest in Science, Engineering and Technology subjects. The book club was started in 2022, within the Basingstoke U3A Science & Technology group, to offer members a chance to read some of the latest, most topical books on Science, Engineering and Technology. Meeting once a quarter, we review the chosen book in a relaxed, friendly environment over refreshments. We allow three months to read the book before the review, so there is no time pressure, and it allows members to follow up on some of the references for further research. This book club has been successful and we have held some interesting and stimulating reviews on a number of subjects ranging from existential physics, to the science behind the lives of fungi. The group is limited to 16 members, in order to allow every member to provide their input within the time limit of the review. However, if you are interested in this group, you may add your name to the waiting list until a space become available. Venue: Group Leader’s house in Kempshott Date: quarterly on the 2nd Friday, commencing on 13 December 2024 Time: 10.30am to 12:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Poetry appreciation group. Each month members decide on the poet or theme for the following month. The main organiser for that month - usually the member who has volunteered to host the session - leads with some information on the poet/theme. Other members bring a related selection of poems for reading out and discussion. Recent poets studied include T.S. Eliot and Gerard Manley Hopkins. Poetry appreciation Back to Groups Page Each month members decide on the poet or theme for the following month. The main organiser for that month - usually the member who has volunteered to host the session - leads with some information on the poet/theme. Other members bring a related selection of poems for reading out and discussion. Recent poets studied include T.S. Eliot and Gerard Manley Hopkins. Venue : Members Home Date : 4th Tuesday of the month Time : 14.00 - 1600 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Meditation - Ancient Wisdom group. Meditation is a practice with deep roots in the wisdom traditions of the East. We’ll experiment with different styles of meditation and share reflections in an informal, non-pressured way. Meditation - Ancient Wisdom Back to Groups Page * Note that Meditation - Ancient Wisdom is full and you will be added to a waiting list. * Meditation is a practice with deep roots in the wisdom traditions of the East. In this group, we’ll explore a variety of meditation approaches while gently introducing the ideas and philosophies that sit beneath them. We’ll experiment with different styles of meditation and share reflections in an informal, non-pressured way. Between sessions, there will be some light, accessible reading drawn from Eastern philosophy. Together, we’ll explore these ideas and consider how ancient wisdom can be applied to everyday life in the 21st century. Venue: Sherfield Oaks Golf Club Date: 4th Thursday Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Only Connect group. This group is for those that love quizzes and it follows closely the format of the television programme of the same name. The key differences are that all teams will tackle every question, and they may be a little bit easier Only Connect Back to Groups Page Only Connect This group is for those that love quizzes and it follows closely the format of the television programme of the same name. The key differences are that all teams will tackle every question, and they may be a little bit easier ... Up to six teams take up the challenge of four rounds. Rounds one and two, the Connections and Sequences rounds respectively, each comprise six questions. Round three is the two Connecting Walls with up to 10 points available and round four is the Missing Vowels round. Do you think you could beat the other teams? Venue: Popley Fields Community Centre Date: 3rd Wednesday of the month Time: 2 - 3pm Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Walking football group. Walking Football is at a more gentle pace, but it’s good exercise, very social and guaranteed to make you smile.    Walking football Back to Groups Page Fun and exercise. This very friendly group has male and female members from 60 to 90. It doesn’t matter if you are not David Beckham or Lucy Bronze and haven’t dribbled a ball in years, if at all! Everybody is welcome. Walking Football is at a more gentle pace, but it’s good exercise, very social and guaranteed to make you smile. · We meet on the first and third Thursdays in the month for an hour’s play. · We use a sports hall with 5-a-side goals · We pick the teams on the day, depending on the number of people attending · We do not have people playing for the full hour, but play for 20 minutes or so and then take a break. Key rules of Walking Football: · No running or jogging, with or without the ball · Low impact tackling only · No offsides · The ball must not be kicked or deflected by any outfield player, or thrown (by the goalkeeper), above head height · A player can only kick the ball three times before another player must touch it To contact the leader of the Walking Football group, please send an email to: u3abasingstokewalkingfootball@gmail.com Venue : Everest Community Academy, Oxford Way, RG24 9UP Click here for website Date: First and Third Thursday Time : 17:00 - 18:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Set out below are a few links to sites that may be of interest to members and visitors. National u3a Website The website of the national u3a movement - offering online learning, online interest groups, a blog, monthly podcast and more u3a Summer Schools u3a summer schools are organised by individual regions and nations, giving you the opportunity to spend a couple of days getting to know other members, learning new things and exploring topics Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a does not offer at present. u3a Radio Podcast The u3a radio podcast, set up in 2020, showcases the amazing things happening across the movement. It’s created by a team of u3a members who all have radio experience and features interviews with members, interest group leaders, Trustees, national volunteers and Subject Advisers. National u3a Friends Newsletter The u3a Friends newsletter shares news, learning opportunities and member stories from across the u3a movement. Signing up to the newsletter means you are up to date and in touch with all that's happening across the movement as it happens. You'll also gain exclusive access to our Friends Extra website - a range of offers, discounts and services. Each issue of the Friends Newsletter includes a link to the Friends Extra benefits website. Interest Groups Online Interest Groups Online (abbreviated as IGO) is an online u3a community that gives you the opportunity to join groups, talks and courses from the comfort of your home. Note that this has a separate joining fee. National u3a Learning A schedule of activities complimenting what is provided locally and connecting members across the UK World u3a Links to other u3a's worldwide Charity Commission Entry Our entry on the charity commission website, including trustees annual report and accounts On a mobile device, please click here to see the links

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Italian Conversation group. Do you already have some knowledge of Italian and want to keep it alive and growing? Our Italian Conversation Group is a warm and welcoming space where you can practise speaking in a relaxed and supportive environment. Italian Conversation Back to Groups Page English Do you already have some knowledge of Italian and want to keep it alive and growing? Our Italian Conversation Group is a warm and welcoming space where you can practise speaking in a relaxed and supportive environment. Together, we’ll choose themes to talk about — from culture, history, and art to food, travel, and everyday life — encouraging lively conversations and cultural exchange. Whether you’d like to build confidence, refresh your skills, or simply share your love of all things Italian, this group is a friendly place to connect, learn, and enjoy the language together. ⸻ Italian Hai già qualche conoscenza dell’italiano e vuoi mantenerla viva e approfondirla? Il nostro Gruppo di Conversazione in Italiano è uno spazio accogliente e rilassato dove potrai esercitarti in un ambiente amichevole e solidale. Sceglieremo insieme gli argomenti di conversazione — dalla cultura, storia e arte italiane alla cucina, ai viaggi e alla vita quotidiana — per dare vita a conversazioni vivaci e a un autentico scambio culturale. Che tu voglia acquisire più sicurezza, rinfrescare le tue competenze o semplicemente condividere il tuo amore per tutto ciò che è italiano, questo gruppo è un luogo amichevole in cui connettersi, imparare e divertirsi insieme. Venue: Community Room, Morrisons Supermarket, Worting Road Basingstoke RG21 8BJ Day/Time: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10am to 11:30am Please sign in at the customer service desk on arrival at the store, and sign out on departure. You are with "u3a" and visiting the "Community Room". Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Walking netball group. We begin with some stretches and warm-up drills, and we practise our passing, catching and shooting skills. Walking netball Back to Groups Page Everyone welcome – come along and have some fun! We begin with some stretches and warm-up drills, and we practise our passing, catching and shooting skills. There’s usually time for some matchplay, and we finish with a cool-down and final stretch. Nothing serious, but plenty of laughter! Venue : Russell Howard Park, (Netball Court No 1), St Andrew’s Road,RG22 6PT Date : Every Tuesday Time : 12:00 - 13:00 Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings

Basingstoke - Old Basing u3a Strategic board games group. This group plays strategic board games, including Ticket to Ride, Wingspan and Carcassonne. Each has additions/variations which add further interest and depth to the games.  In coming months we plan to explore other strategic games. Strategic board games Back to Groups Page This group plays strategic board games, including Ticket to Ride , Wingspan and Carcassonne . Each has additions/variations which add further interest and depth to the games. In coming months we plan to explore other strategic games. Experience No experience of these games is necessary as more experienced players are more that happy to help you become more familiar with these modern games. In the future We may introduce legacy type games (played over several sessions) if there are enough members to commit to playing a game over several weeks. Venue: Popley Field Community Centre , Carpenters Down, Popley, Basingstoke RG24 9AE Dates: Second and fourth Mondays of the month Times: 1pm until 4pm Please note that you need to be a member of Basingstoke-Old Basing u3a to attend these meetings